Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi reaffirmed China's commitment to multilateral cooperation and dialogue during a keynote address at the Munich Security Conference this week, emphasizing that China and Europe must navigate global turbulence as partners rather than adversaries. Speaking on February 14, 2026, Wang highlighted the urgent need for unity amid what he described as an 'increasingly complex and fractured' international landscape over the past year.
Wang, a member of the Political Bureau of the Communist Party of China Central Committee, stressed that Beijing remains a 'steadfast defender of democratic international relations,' advocating for joint solutions to security risks, climate crises, and economic instability. 'Differences in systems should not lead to confrontation,' he stated, urging Europe and China to 'pursue harmony without uniformity' through sustained diplomatic engagement.
The address comes as global leaders grapple with overlapping challenges, from supply chain disruptions to regional conflicts. Analysts view Wang's remarks as a strategic effort to position China as a stabilizing force while countering perceptions of geopolitical rivalry. His call for 'practical cooperation in green energy and digital infrastructure' aligns with broader Chinese initiatives to deepen economic ties with European markets.
